Brickell, Miami, Florida waterfront skyline and baywalk—vibrant zone of luxury and ultra luxury condos, offering preconstruction and resale.
Brickell, Miami, Florida waterfront skyline and baywalk—vibrant zone of luxury and ultra luxury condos, offering preconstruction and resale.

Top 10 Due Diligence Checks for Buying a Florida Condo in 2026

Post Surfside reforms, tighter insurance, and lender scrutiny have changed what “safe” and “simple” means in Florida condo buying. This buyer oriented guide ranks the 10 checks that protect your deposit, your financing, and your long term carrying costs, with a practical lens for South Florida’s premium waterfront market.

Edition Edgewater, Miami ocean‑view balcony with loungers—indoor‑outdoor living for luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction on Biscayne Bay.
Edition Edgewater, Miami ocean‑view balcony with loungers—indoor‑outdoor living for luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction on Biscayne Bay.

EDITION Edgewater vs Cove Miami: Two Luxury Service Models Redefining Edgewater Living

In Edgewater, the next premium differentiator is not just view corridor or ceiling height. It is the operating philosophy that sits behind the lobby desk. EDITION Edgewater and Cove Miami represent two distinct approaches: a hospitality platform designed to deliver hotel-caliber residential service, and a boutique tower built around curated partnerships and targeted lifestyle conveniences. For buyers, the decision is less about which amenity list is longer and more about which service architecture matches how you actually live, host, travel, and lease.

Fisher Island, Miami marina framed by skyline and resort architecture—secluded setting of luxury and ultra luxury condos; premier resale opportunities.
Fisher Island, Miami marina framed by skyline and resort architecture—secluded setting of luxury and ultra luxury condos; premier resale opportunities.

Six Fisher Island vs. Palazzo della Luna: Deposits, Timing, and the Price of Scarcity in 33109

On Fisher Island, the decision to buy new versus buy finished is often a decision about time, liquidity, and how much uncertainty you are willing to underwrite. Here is how The Residences at Six Fisher Island and Palazzo della Luna differ in deposit structure, delivery timeline, and buyer leverage, and what those differences mean for ultra-premium purchasing strategy.

Lush tropical residence in Coral Gables framed by palms—prestige neighborhood close to luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction and resale.
Lush tropical residence in Coral Gables framed by palms—prestige neighborhood close to luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction and resale.

Wellness-First Luxury Living in Coral Gables: The Village and Ponce Park

In Coral Gables, wellness is no longer an accessory amenity. Two boutique-scale developments, The Village at Coral Gables and Ponce Park, illustrate how health-forward design, social space, and daily ritual are being integrated into the South Florida luxury residential playbook.

South of Fifth, Miami Beach skyline view over Biscayne Bay—prime South Beach zone of luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction and resale.
South of Fifth, Miami Beach skyline view over Biscayne Bay—prime South Beach zone of luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction and resale.

The New-Construction Condo Inspection Playbook for South Florida Luxury Buyers

Even the most prestigious new towers can deliver surprises behind the walls. This MILLION Luxury guide explains how private inspections, HOA document review, walk-throughs, punch lists, and warranties work together to protect a high-value condo purchase.

The Residences at 1428 Brickell patio overlooking the sea—Brickell, Miami lifestyle in luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction.
The Residences at 1428 Brickell patio overlooking the sea—Brickell, Miami lifestyle in luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction.

ORA by Casa Tua vs The Residences at 1428 Brickell: A Discreet Buyer’s Guide to Brickell’s Next Wave

Two forthcoming Brickell towers speak to different luxury instincts: one scaled for lifestyle-forward flexibility, the other for low-density permanence. Here is how to evaluate brand, timeline, deposit structure, and long-hold risk when comparing ORA by Casa Tua and The Residences at 1428 Brickell.

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